Smashed, August 27th and 28th

Aug 22, 2016 | Theatre

You are cordially invited to a tea party you will never forget … UK-based Gandini Juggling is known for its virtuoso performances which are revolutionising circus performances the world over. The Gandinis have already performed over 5,000 shows in 50 countries...

Triptyque, August 26th and 27th

Aug 17, 2016 | Dance

If you like Cirque de Soleil you will like this. Seven artists juggling, dancing, prancing, hanging from ropes, balancing on hands and heads … Canadian  troupe Les 7 Doigts de la Main  perform mind-boggling tricks that blur the lines between contemporary dance and...

Obscura Festival of Photography, August 15th-31st

Aug 17, 2016 | Exhibitions

This is the fourth year that the Obscura Festival has taken place during the George Town festival. Each year, the festival hosts a series of exhibitions, talks, workshops, portfolio reviews and slide shows. This year the Festival offers us eleven exhibitions, taking...

Connecting the Lights, 21st August

Aug 15, 2016 | Talk

Considering Penang’s size and relative obscurity, the state has attracted and cultivated personalities that have been made famous for influencing the world. Of course, Francis Light stands out as being the first to establish Penang as a British colony. His son,...

ASEAN Film Showcase: Innocents, August 21st

Aug 14, 2016 | Film

The George Town festival series of screenings of films by important South East Asian directors continues with “Innocents” on August 21st. Singaporean director Wong Chen-Hsi will be conducting a short talk following the film. She won the award for best Director, Asian...